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Is the T-SPOT.TB test affected by previous BCG vaccination?

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Is the T-SPOT.TB test affected by previous BCG vaccination?

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Unlike the TST, there is no association with BCG vaccination and T-SPOT.TB test results. The test utilizes two M. tuberculosis specific antigens (ESAT-6 and CFP 10) that do not cross react with the BCG vaccine.

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